Apolakkia being one of the very small and peaceful villages of Rhodes Island is situated 92 km away from the eminent Rhodes city. Being close to Lindos, it can be reached by following the Gennadi to Vati highway. The village looks like being surrounded by a ditch. A myth says that its name has comes from lakos (Greek, and this means ditch.

Attractions:
On your entrance to this village on Rhodes Island, you would feel like stepping into an astounding old post-card, which comprises of petite long-established houses having tile-roofs, medieval windmills and silent monasteries. This magical place attracts people from around the world due to its charming Apolakkia Lake and its enchanting dam.

Additionally, this village carries a nice beach where you can enjoy swimming in the deep bluish waters. It also offers shadowy trees with entire silence and peace for your relaxation. A number of taverns in Apolakkia village (Rhodes Island) provide opportunity to have appetizing foods . Similarly, if you wish to have some fresh fish, then you are recommended to visit Chrisama Restaurant.

At 4 kilometers’ distance from Apolakkia towards Kattavia, this unique place offers its visitors with a relaxing meal with superb cuisines served in a friendly atmosphere. You can also enjoy yourself with one of the amazing views of the west coast. Apolakkia also provides the opportunity to visit some medieval places. The village square is very easy to find, because you just have to follow the main street of the village. You can also enjoy visiting a prehistoric Italian mansion here. It is available in the classic Italian architectural style. Probably, it is among one of the most attractive buildings in Rhodes Island. Today, it is being used as a Cultural Centre.

This area also offers a petite place of worship of the post-byzantine times. It is located ahead the dam of the lake that is leading towards the neighboring village of Monolithos. In 1290, Saint George Vardas built this temple. You can amuse yourself with a beautiful scene of Fournoi beach from this temple.

At a little distance from the temple towards the way to Kattavia, you can explore two renowned places. One among them is the foundations of the Agia Irini church of the 6th century. The leftover of paleochristian temple that was dedicated to Saint Anastasia is the other renowned place here. Both these sights come into Zonara region in Rhodes Island.

Apolakkia Beach:
With 3500 meters of height, Apolakkia or Limni beach has a width of 35 meters. This prominent beach gets crowded in summer season. To access this beach, you should follow the way going down from Apolakkia in the direction of Katavia. You are also advised to follow the signs. You can have a shower along with a parking area. You cannot find any other transportation facility from this place.

Besides this, the fresh and peaceful environment of Apolakkia village along with its amazing lake & medieval places will attract your attention. This is the reason why Apolakkia is one of the Rhodes villages that is very popular, and is visit by many tourists every year.

Rhodes Island is no doubt a heaven on earth, and if you really want to enjoy every moment of your Rhodes Holidays with full freedom, fun and entertainment, you must pay a visit to Rhodes

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